Couple Job, Argyll, Scotland
Greycoat Lumley’s client are seeking a Couple for their estate in the Argyll area of Scotland. The location of the property is rural with an outstanding outlook. The estate is ran by a Group - the standards of the service are very high and essential. The Couple should take great pride in their work and there is autonomy in the role.
Groundskeeping & Property Maintenance:
Ensure the overall upkeep of the site
Carry out regular assessments of any issues that may have arisen
Report issues where necessary
Make sure our properties are presented to a high standard
Ensure the grounds and buildings remain tidy
Undertake landscaping and litter-picking activities
Mowing, leaf clearing and sweeping up as required
Complete power washing
Housekeeping & Guest Assistance:
Housekeeping
To prepare breakfasts for clients and proactively provide information to guests as required
To meet and greet guests upon arrival, show them to their accommodation and fully brief them about the property
To assist with changeover/meet and greet clients at other properties as required (if within 2-3 hours driving distance)
Laundry
Ironing
Monitor laundry products and ensure stocks are maintained
To maintain operational calendar/s of forthcoming bookings and action additions/cancellations/amendments in order that accommodation is secured as required by the booking position
To communicate with clients as to directions to the property, availability and other related matters
Learning the required maintenance of any swimming pools and/or hot tubs and complete this to a planned schedule
Learning the required maintenance of private water supply systems and to order required sundries for general maintenance of such supply
To assist with changeover of other properties as required (if within 2-3 hours driving distance)
To complete shopping as required and balance basic expenses
Completing property maintenance and upkeep check list and returning to head office as required
Maintain tools and equipment to a high standard, storing neatly
Report on contractors or other workers on site
To meet contractors and communicate instructions/feedback as required
To assist with administration tasks as required, including those in relation to other properties and/or with contractors and other projects
Ideal Candidate:
Ability to work set hours and be flexible to meet the needs of the estate
Full and valid driving licence.
Accommodation: Live-in accommodation provided
Salary: £45,000 to £50,000 GPA
Schedule: 40 hour working week – as with any Couple job there will be busy and quieter times and time off needs to be managed
Day shift, with weekends as and when required (5 out of 7 days per week)
Job: 114266